Justin
As far as concerns M. Verdelin—
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The same persons and Mercadet (carrying a bundle of papers).
Mercadet
What did my friend Verdelin say?
Justin He will be here in a moment. He was just on his way here to bring some money to M. Bredif, the owner of this house.
Mercadet Bredif is a millionaire. Take care that Verdelin speaks to me before going up to him. How did you get on, Therese, with the milliners and dressmakers?
Therese Sir, as soon as I gave them a promise of payment, every one greeted me with smiles.
Mercadet
Very good. And shall we have a fine dinner, Virginie?
Virginie
You will compliment it, sir, when you eat it.
Mercadet
And the tradespeople?